How To Fix THMHR_ADMIN021 - Commodity &1 of derivative is different to commodity &2 of hedged item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: THMHR_ADMIN - Messages for managing hedge relationships

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Commodity &1 of derivative is different to commodity &2 of hedged item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message THMHR_ADMIN021 - Commodity &1 of derivative is different to commodity &2 of hedged item ?

  The SAP error message THMHR_ADMIN021 indicates a mismatch between the commodity of a derivative and the commodity of the hedged item in a hedging relationship. This error typically arises in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) when managing financial instruments and hedging activities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The commodity type of the derivative (e.g., a financial instrument used for hedging) does not match the commodity type of the hedged item (e.g., the underlying asset or liability being hedged).
  This mismatch can happen due to incorrect data entry, configuration issues, or changes in the commodity definitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Commodity Definitions:
  
  Check the commodity definitions in your SAP system. Ensure that both the derivative and the hedged item are assigned the correct commodity types.
  
  
  
  Review Hedging Relationships:
  
  Go to the hedging relationship configuration and verify that the commodities for both the derivative and the hedged item are correctly aligned.
  
  
  
  Adjust Derivative or Hedged Item:
  
  If the commodities are indeed different and this is intentional, you may need to adjust either the derivative or the hedged item to ensure they match. This could involve changing the commodity type in the relevant master data.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Entry Errors:
  
  Review the entries made for both the derivative and the hedged item to ensure there are no typographical errors or incorrect selections.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing commodities in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the hedging relationship again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is primarily related to the Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) module within SAP.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as TPM1, TPM2, or TPM3 to manage hedging relationships and derivatives.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to commodity definitions and hedging relationships.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Treasury and Risk Management.